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<p>Combining essential image control with Nikon dependability and capability, this manual control camera has broad compatibility with the NIKKOR lens system.</p>
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Questions & Answers for Nikon Inc. FM10
Question
Does the film camera come with usb to upload photos onto your computer?
Location : Irvine, CA
Age: Under 18
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
asked 1 year, 11 months ago 
on FM10
by
hellogeneee
1 year, 11 months ago
Location : Irvine, CA
Age: Under 18
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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4 answers
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answer 1
So,
Digital: photo is saved as electronic information on a computer device.
Film: photo is physically imprinted on a solid medium which lasts almost indefinitely.
Digital: photo is saved as electronic information on a computer device.
Film: photo is physically imprinted on a solid medium which lasts almost indefinitely.
answered 1 year, 11 months ago
by
JavamanEffstop
1 year, 11 months ago
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answer 2
O.K. More detail: In a digital camera, the image is recorded by an electronic light sensor and saved on a memory card. a film camera is loaded with a plastic film coated with light sensitive material. Light striking the film causes a chemical reaction, imprinting an image onto the film which becomes visible and permanent during the development process. This creates a "negative" from which prints can be made.
answered 1 year, 11 months ago
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JavamanEffstop
1 year, 11 months ago
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answer 3
That's a good camera for learning basic photography. I still love shooting film myself. These days, most decent photo labs will scan your roll of film onto a CD for you for a very reasonable price.
answered 1 year, 11 months ago
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JavamanEffstop
1 year, 11 months ago
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answer 4
Ermm, no, its film camera so you have to take the film out and go get it developed.
answered 1 year, 11 months ago
by
KeithD
1 year, 11 months ago
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Question
Is AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR compatible with this?
asked 2 years, 1 month ago on FM10
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Anonymous
2 years, 1 month ago
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3 answers
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answer 1
Yes, but you may (will) see a dark circle around the image (known as vignetting)
Age: Under 18
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: 3-6 months
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
answered 1 year, 2 months ago
by
Anonymous
1 year, 2 months ago
Age: Under 18
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: 3-6 months
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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answer 2
This is G serries lense which dosent have Aperture Ring so you can shoot only with Maximum Aperture Number ti.e. F22 or f32 & control the other factor by Shutter speed only.
answered 1 year, 11 months ago
by
Anonymous
1 year, 11 months ago
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answer 3
Yes, you can use this lens with the FM-10 film camera.
answered 2 years, 1 month ago
by
NikonStaff
2 years, 1 month ago
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Question
Compatible with my 3200´s 18-55mm lens?
Can this film camera use the lens that came with my new Nikon 3200? And, viceversa, can I use the lens on this camera in my 3200?
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: 3-6 months
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
asked 1 month ago
on FM10
by
Anonymous
1 month ago
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: 3-6 months
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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3 answers
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answer 1
If the 35-70 is used on the D3200 you will not have any metering.
answered 1 month ago
by
JoeR
1 month ago
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answer 2
Not compatible.
answered 1 month ago
by
JoeR
1 month ago
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answer 3
The lens that came with your D3200 is a DX lens, designed for the DX format sensor that is in the camera. It is not compatible with your film camera. Because the lens is designed for the smaller format image sensor (which is smaller than 35mm film), it would vignette on your film camera.
On the other hand, you can use the lenses that you have for your Nikon film camera on the D3200.
Check out these articles for a full explanation of FX and DX lenses: http://www.nikonusa.com/en/Learn-An... and http://www.nikonusa.com/en/Learn-An... and http://www.nikonusa.com/en/Learn-An....
On the other hand, you can use the lenses that you have for your Nikon film camera on the D3200.
Check out these articles for a full explanation of FX and DX lenses: http://www.nikonusa.com/en/Learn-An... and http://www.nikonusa.com/en/Learn-An... and http://www.nikonusa.com/en/Learn-An....
answered 1 month ago
by
NikonStaff2
1 month ago
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Question
digital or film?
it says it has a digital screen, so wouldent it have a digital card too?
im really hoping to get it but i need to know.
im really hoping to get it but i need to know.
Location : WI
Age: Under 18
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Role: Semi-professional photographer
asked 1 year ago
on FM10
by
zac
1 year ago
Location : WI
Age: Under 18
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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2 answers
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answer 1
The FM10 is a film SLR camera, not digital.
answered 1 year ago
by
NikonStaff2
1 year ago
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answer 2
It is a film camera not a DSLR.
answered 1 year ago
by
JoeR
1 year ago
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Question
Is this a non APS camera?
Location : Chicago, IL
Age: Under 18
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
asked 9 months ago
on FM10
by
Anonymous
9 months ago
Location : Chicago, IL
Age: Under 18
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
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2 answers
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answer 1
Just in case my wording was confusing , no it is not APS
answered 9 months ago
by
JoeR
9 months ago
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answer 2
Yes it is 35 mm
answered 9 months ago
by
JoeR
9 months ago
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Question
I lost the pocket bag, which covers and protects the camera. Where can I buy it?
asked 4 months, 3 weeks ago on FM10
by
Anonymous
4 months, 3 weeks ago
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2 answers
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answer 1
On the Nikon USA site (the one you're already on), use the search function in the upper right-hand corner of basically any page. Search for "Where can I purchase Nikon products, cables, manuals and accessories?" and you'll find a page with all the information you need. Contact the Nikon Parts Department, whose number is listed there. The Nikon Store doesn't have the case.
I'd give you the phone number, quote the article, or give you a link to it, but I've done that sort of stuff before, and ended up having my answer taken down, because that apparently violates the terms of use and forum guidelines, so you'll have to search for yourself.
I'd give you the phone number, quote the article, or give you a link to it, but I've done that sort of stuff before, and ended up having my answer taken down, because that apparently violates the terms of use and forum guidelines, so you'll have to search for yourself.
Location : Grove City, OH, USA
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Professional photographer
answered 4 months, 3 weeks ago
by
AlanC
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Location : Grove City, OH, USA
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Professional photographer
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answer 2
B&H photo has used case. Do a internet search.
answered 4 months, 3 weeks ago
by
JoeR
4 months, 3 weeks ago
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Question
What kind of film should be used?
Location : PA
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: 3-6 months
Role: Just getting started with photography
asked 1 year, 11 months ago
on FM10
by
RD
1 year, 11 months ago
Location : PA
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: 3-6 months
Role: Just getting started with photography
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2 answers
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answer 1
For black and while I usually reach for Kodax Tri-X (I love the mood it conveys). For color, I usually reach for Kodak Porta or Fuji Superia (they both come in a convenient range of film speeds). I don't really do slide film anymore (it's great if you need to archive many photos). But this is just me. Whatever you shoot, find a really good photo lab to handle your film.
answered 1 year, 11 months ago
by
JavamanEffstop
1 year, 11 months ago
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answer 2
Any film you want. Get to know them all and use whatever fits your vision. Welcome to the art of manual film photography! Take a seminar at your local camera store, or a photography class at your local college. That will set you off on the right foot.
answered 1 year, 11 months ago
by
JavamanEffstop
1 year, 11 months ago
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Question
what materials are the FM10 camera's body made of ?
Location : springfield,IL
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Professional photographer
asked 2 years, 2 months ago
on FM10
by
avsndvl87
2 years, 2 months ago
Location : springfield,IL
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Professional photographer
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1 answer
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answer 1
The body of the FM10 is made of aluminum with a metal F mount.
answered 2 years, 2 months ago
by
NikonStaff
2 years, 2 months ago
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Question
What is the correct Neck Starp for the FM 10?
Age: 25-34
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
asked 2 years, 2 months ago
on FM10
by
Adi
2 years, 2 months ago
Age: 25-34
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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1 answer
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answer 1
You can use any neckstrap made by Nikon.
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answered 2 years, 2 months ago
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NikonStaff
2 years, 2 months ago
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Question
Which Flash is compatable with FM-10
Location : Charlotte NC
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: 3-6 months
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
asked 2 years, 1 month ago
on FM10
by
Peter
2 years, 1 month ago
Location : Charlotte NC
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: 3-6 months
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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1 answer
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answer 1
None of the current Speedlights are a very good match for it. You should try to find one of the prior models that have a non TTL Auto mode like the SB-30, SB-22, SB-20.
answered 2 years, 1 month ago
by
NikonStaff
2 years, 1 month ago
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Question
Speedlights
What Speedlight size should go with this camera?
Location : Loganville
Age: Under 18
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Just getting started with photography
asked 2 years, 1 month ago
on FM10
by
thundershock
2 years, 1 month ago
Location : Loganville
Age: Under 18
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Just getting started with photography
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1 answer
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answer 1
None of the current Speedlights are a very good match for it. You should try to find one of the prior models that have a non TTL Auto mode like the SB-30, SB-22, SB-20.
answered 2 years, 1 month ago
by
NikonStaff
2 years, 1 month ago
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Question
What shutter release cable works with the fm10?
Role: Just getting started with photography
asked 2 years, 1 month ago
on FM10
by
Anonymous
2 years, 1 month ago
Role: Just getting started with photography
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1 answer
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answer 1
Is the AR-3 Threaded Cable Release.
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answered 2 years, 1 month ago
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NikonStaff
2 years, 1 month ago
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Question
is the AF NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8D compatible with this camera?
Location : Philippines
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
asked 2 years, 1 month ago
on FM10
by
Marlo
2 years, 1 month ago
Location : Philippines
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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1 answer
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answer 1
Yes it is.
answered 2 years, 1 month ago
by
KeithD
2 years, 1 month ago
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is there a leather case for this camera?
Location : Sierra Madre, California
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Experience: More than 10 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
asked 1 year, 9 months ago
on FM10
by
Roy
1 year, 9 months ago
Location : Sierra Madre, California
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Experience: More than 10 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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1 answer
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answer 1
We currently don’t carry any cases for this model. Please check with your local dealers.
answered 1 year, 9 months ago
by
NikonStaff
1 year, 9 months ago
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Question
Can I use a Nikkor Lens AF-S DX VR Zoom 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED with the FM 10 camera
Location : Furlong, PA
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: 1-3 months
Role: Just getting started with photography
asked 1 year, 9 months ago
on FM10
by
Tini
1 year, 9 months ago
Location : Furlong, PA
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: 1-3 months
Role: Just getting started with photography
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1 answer
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answer 1
No, your camera can't control aperture of this lens.
answered 1 year, 9 months ago
by
HotDuckZ
1 year, 9 months ago
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Is this a good camera for a beginner with no experience?
Location : California
Age: Under 18
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Role: Just getting started with photography
asked 1 year, 9 months ago
on FM10
by
Michelle
1 year, 9 months ago
Location : California
Age: Under 18
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Role: Just getting started with photography
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1 answer
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answer 1
Yes, if you not have a lot of time to spend in photography. No, I suggested D3100 for you if you have a lot of time learn a photography.
answered 1 year, 9 months ago
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HotDuckZ
1 year, 9 months ago
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Is this camera capable of taking Black and White pictures?
asked 1 year, 8 months ago on FM10
by
Anonymous
1 year, 8 months ago
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1 answer
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answer 1
Well yes, if you put a roll of b&w film in it.
answered 1 year, 8 months ago
by
KeithD
1 year, 8 months ago
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Question
Can AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR be used with FM-10, which I am using with D90.
Location : KSA
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Experience: More than 10 years
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
asked 1 year, 8 months ago
on FM10
by
Alex
1 year, 8 months ago
Location : KSA
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Experience: More than 10 years
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
+1point
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1 answer
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answer 1
No, as there is no way to control aperture, if you did, however, put it on it would vignette considerably.
answered 1 year, 8 months ago
by
KeithD
1 year, 8 months ago
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Question
What is the operating environment of the FM10?
What is the temperature range within which the FM10 will reliably function? I'm referring both to the movement of the mechanical parts (as some lubricants can thicken in cold weather#, and to battery power for the meters. I'd like to know both the official operating temperature range, and the actual one, as determined by practical experience from users.
On that note, should the batteries fail in cold weather #or for any other reason), are batteries required in order for the camera to have any functionality, or does it have the ability to release the shutter and cycle the mirror without electrical power?
If it does have a mechanical backup, is the shutter speed selectable, or is it locked at a specific speed, such as 1/60th of a second?
On that note, should the batteries fail in cold weather #or for any other reason), are batteries required in order for the camera to have any functionality, or does it have the ability to release the shutter and cycle the mirror without electrical power?
If it does have a mechanical backup, is the shutter speed selectable, or is it locked at a specific speed, such as 1/60th of a second?
Location : Grove City, OH
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Role: Professional photographer
asked 1 year, 5 months ago
on FM10
by
AlanC
1 year, 5 months ago
Location : Grove City, OH
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Role: Professional photographer
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1 answer
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answer 1
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answered 1 year, 5 months ago
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NikonStaff
1 year, 5 months ago
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Is the video resolution 1080p?
asked 1 year, 4 months ago on FM10
by
Anonymous
1 year, 4 months ago
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1 answer
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answer 1
This camera takes pictures not video.
Location : Chicago,IL.
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
answered 1 year, 4 months ago
by
Photo Bug
1 year, 4 months ago
Location : Chicago,IL.
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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